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Free Elementary Perspective Taking Material
Download Activity and Lesson Plan In need of a resource for teaching perspective-taking to your elementary students? Look no further, download our free elementary perspective-taking material! Teaching Perspective Taking to Elementary Students You can successfully...
Pre-K & Kindergarten Staying Calm PDF Resource: My Calming Toolbox
Download 20+ Self-Regulation Activities for PK-12 No-prep tools to teach students how to stay calm, make thoughtful choices, and build emotional awareness. Download activities Helping young learners develop the capacity to stay calm in emotionally charged situations...
Engaging Conversation Topics for Elementary Students: Free Lesson Plan
Activities to Teach Conversation Skills Help students start, maintain, and deepen peer interactions with no-prep printables and lessons.Looking for a fun and engaging way to teach conversation topics to elementary students? Get free access to Everyday...
Free Elementary Friendship Material
Download Activity and Lesson Plan Looking for more elementary friendship material for your social skills lessons? If you answered yes, make sure to download our Friendship Qualities printable packet in the button above! How to Teach Friendship Skills to Elementary...
Which Everyday Speech Plant Are You?
You’ve met Shelly, Spike, Taylor, Hugo, Sunny, and Frankie, but did you know each Everyday Speech plant has its own personality? Our plants mimic a classroom where each individual has their own set of unique traits, strengths, and weaknesses. Just like the plants act...
High School Self-Regulation Activity: Keeping Your Self-Control
Self-regulation remains a cornerstone of successful learning and social interaction in high school. Many students face new stressors and challenges at this stage, including academic demands, extracurricular obligations, and complex peer dynamics. Download 20+...
Free Perspective Taking Material
Download Activity and Lesson Plan This post will give you access to a free perspective taking material to use with your middle school students. Read our lesson plan below for fun therapy ideas and make sure to download the free worksheet in the button above! How to...
Elementary Self-Regulation No-Prep Activity: Staying Calm Self-Reflection
Download 20+ Self-Regulation Activities for PK-12 No-prep tools to teach students how to stay calm, make thoughtful choices, and build emotional awareness. Download activities Supporting students in managing their emotions is a fundamental part of school-based...
Free Preschool Sharing Material
Download Activity and Lesson Plan Who doesn't need more free preschool sharing material? One of the most important friendship skills young children learn is sharing. It can also be one of the most difficult to learn but use our...
No-Prep Activities
Helping Students with Special Needs Develop Problem-Solving Skills
Introduction For students in special education, developing problem-solving skills is crucial for navigating through everyday challenges. Educators play a vital role in teaching these skills and fostering a supportive environment where students can practice and apply...
Teaching Empathy Through Role-Playing Activities for High School Students
Introduction Empathy is a crucial skill for students to develop in order to create meaningful relationships and navigate social situations effectively. It involves understanding and relating to the feelings of others and seeing the world from their perspective. In...
Solve It: A Step-by-Step Problem-Solving Game for Educators
Introduction In today's fast-paced world, problem-solving skills are essential for students to navigate through life's challenges. Solve It is a game designed to teach these skills through a step-by-step process that involves identifying the problem, determining its...
Teaching the Importance of a Quiet Body for Focused Work to Elementary Students
Introduction As educators, we know that helping students develop a sense of focus and self-control is crucial for their success in the classroom. One essential skill to teach our students is the concept of maintaining a quiet body while working. This means not moving...
Driving Conversations Forward: Enhancing Communication Skills
In today's fast-paced world, effective communication is more important than ever. Educators play a crucial role in helping students develop strong communication skills, which in turn contribute to their overall social-emotional growth. One of the key aspects of...
Teaching the Art of Showing Interest in Conversations for Elementary Students
Introduction In the complex world of social interactions, it's crucial for children to learn and understand that different people have different interests. This understanding can help students develop empathy, respect, and effective communication skills. One essential...
Helping PreK Students Cope with Being Upset: Activities and Strategies
Introduction As educators working with PreK students, it is essential to teach them how to cope with their emotions, especially when they are upset. By incorporating principles of Social-Emotional Learning, we can help our students develop healthy ways to handle their...
Teaching PreK Students the Importance of Safe Hands and Safe Feet
Introduction As educators, it is important to teach our PreK students the value of having safe hands and safe feet. This concept helps children understand that their actions have an impact on others and can contribute to a positive and safe environment for everyone....
Teaching Restaurant Rules to Special Education Students for Better Social Skills
Introduction Eating a meal with others is an essential social experience for everyone. For students in special education, understanding and practicing the Restaurant Rules can help them navigate social situations during mealtime more effectively. These rules include...
Teaching Cyber Skills: A Guide for Special Education Educators
Introduction In today's increasingly digital world, it is crucial for students to learn how to stay safe online. For educators working with students in special education, teaching cyber skills can be particularly important. Cyber skills are smart ways to stay safe...
Repair the Conversation: A Game to Improve Middle School Students’ Conversation Skills
Introduction Communication is a vital skill for students to navigate their social and academic lives. Repair the Conversation is a game designed to help middle school students recognize when a conversation goes off track and learn how to bring it back on track. By...
Teaching Middle School Students to Overcome Embarrassment
Introduction Embarrassment is a common emotion experienced by everyone, including middle school students. As educators, it's essential to teach our students how to cope with feelings of embarrassment and build resilience. In this blog post, we'll discuss a no-prep...
Teaching Self-Control: An Essential Skill for Student Success
Introduction In today's fast-paced world, teaching students the skill of self-control is crucial for their success, both academically and socially. Self-control refers to the ability to manage one's emotions, thoughts, and behaviors, even when faced with challenges or...
Understanding Consequences and Teaching Acceptance in the Classroom
Introduction Consequences are an integral part of social-emotional learning, as they help students understand the results of their actions. These outcomes can be either positive or negative, and learning to accept them is crucial for personal growth and social...
Teaching Good Sportsmanship: Activities and Discussion Questions
As educators, it is crucial to help students develop positive social skills that will enable them to interact effectively with their peers and navigate the complexities of life. One such skill is good sportsmanship, which is the ability to handle both winning and...